KRISTEN M. DANIEL
Port St. Lucie
Summary
Dynamic fundraising leader with a proven track record at Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, raising $20 million annually. Expert in major gift fundraising and relationship management, I excel in strategic planning and donor stewardship, having secured significant contributions for key initiatives. Adept at team leadership, I drive impactful campaigns that enhance donor engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director of Major Gifts
Jupiter Medical Center Foundation
11.2019 - Current
- Led major gift team of four, raising $20 million annually and contributing $39 million since 2019.
- Developed strategies with gift officers to secure contributions exceeding $150,000.
- Achieved funding milestones: $10 million for Cardiology Program, $5 million for scholarship program, and $2 million for Patient Tower.
- Managed portfolio of 170 major and principal gift prospects, aligning donor interests with hospital initiatives.
- Created prospect management system with gift officers to cultivate future donor pipeline.
- Spearheaded matching gift initiatives to bolster campaigns in imaging, urology, and nursing education.
- Presented blended gift opportunities to donors, maximizing contributions and legacies.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to launch new programs and present proposals to stakeholders.
Annual Fund Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Executed comprehensive annual fund program, raising $1.2 million in individual contributions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with current and prospective donors to enhance engagement and retention.
- Implemented effective strategies for campaign leadership, ensuring fundraising success through progress monitoring.
- Collaborated with Resource Development team to promote alignment and share best practices for excellence.
Director of Advancement
The Arc of Palm Beach County
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Managed annual fund campaigns, overseeing strategic community engagement and donor recognition initiatives.
- Served as primary liaison for donor communications, strengthening relationships with foundations and major benefactors.
- Initiated 'Building for Inclusion' capital campaign, raising $1.5 million within seven months toward $2.5 million goal.
- Increased grant revenue from $115,000 to $240,000 annually through effective management and stewardship.
- Enhanced public speaking presence through leading tours and participating in media interviews.
Manager of Annual Giving and Corporate Relations
Cultural Council of Palm Beach County
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed the Annual Giving program, establishing annual goals, objectives, and cultivation strategies to expand donor engagement.
- Supervised the grants process, ensuring timely and accurate applications, reporting, and donor engagement.
- Developed cultivation strategies to strengthen relationships with donors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Communication
Florida Atantic University
Boca Raton, FL12-2010
Skills
- Major Gift Fundraising
- Donor Stewardship
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship Management
- Proposal Writing
- Raiser’s Edge & DonorPerfect Software
- Public Speaking
- Team Leadership
Affiliations
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Accomplishments
40 under 40 with the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy
Timeline
Senior Director of Major Gifts
Jupiter Medical Center Foundation
11.2019 - Current
Annual Fund Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County
07.2018 - 11.2019
Director of Advancement
The Arc of Palm Beach County
07.2016 - 06.2018
Manager of Annual Giving and Corporate Relations
Cultural Council of Palm Beach County
11.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Public Communication
Florida Atantic University